BICI DT Swiss Wheels SPLINE Technical Manual MY16 17 - V2017 03 - EN - Low

WHEELS
SPLINE
Technical Manual
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1 General 3
1.1 Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.2 Information on Using this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.3 Warranty (Europe). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.4 Limited Equipment Warranty USA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.5 General Maintenance Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2 Safety 7
3 Conversion of the Hub 8
3.1 SPLINE® Wheels 2016 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.2 SPLINE® Wheels 2017 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3.3 Converting the Hub [Inserted Adapters] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
3.4 Converting the Hub [Pressed on End Caps] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
3.5 Converting the Hub [Screwed on End Caps] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
3.6 Converting the Hub [Rear Wheel] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
4 Maintenance of the Hub 26
4.1 Hub Technologies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
4.2 Service Intervals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
4.3 Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
4.4 Maintenance of the Rear Wheel Hub [Ratchet System] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
4.5 Maintenance of the Rear Wheel Hub [Three Pawl System] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
5 Maintenance of the Wheel 40
5.1 Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
5.2 Special Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
5.3 Truing the Wheel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
5.4 Changing a Single Spoke [MTB] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
5.5 Rebuilding the Wheel [MTB] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
5.6 Changing a Single Spoke [ROAD]. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
5.6.1 Loosening the Spoke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
5.6.2 Changing a Single Spoke on the Front Wheel [Slotted Hub] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
5.6.3 Removing a Single Spoke on the Front Wheel [Non-Slotted Hub]. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

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5.6.4 Changing a Single Spoke on the Rear Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
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5.7 Rebuilding the Wheel [ROAD] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
5.7.1 Putting on the Spokes on the Front Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
5.7.2 Putting on the Spokes on the Rear Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
5.7.3 Connecting the «Spoke Tree» to the Rim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
6 Technical Data 65
6.1 Spoke Tension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
6.2 Tolerances . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
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1 General
General
This manual describes the component specified on the front page and the footer. Deviations are possible
and all items are subject to technical changes.
1.1 Safety
The safety instructions are classified as follows:
DANGER
...ind icates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
...ind icates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in a minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE
...ind icates information considered important, but not hazard-related.
...characterizes further information, or information which supplement the respective steps.

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1.2 Information on Using this Manual
Information on Using this Manual
Target Group
This manual is intended for end users and dealers.
It offers the possibility for experienced users to carry out small maintenance works on their own. If there are
any doubts concerning the own skills, a DT Swiss service center should be contacted.
Warranty will expire if works are not done properly.
Layout
The cover page and the footing provide information about the type of product and manual as well as the
version of the manual.
The backside provides a list of the DT Swiss service centers. A list of all DT Swiss service centers can be
found at www.dtswiss.com.
This manual is intended for being printed as an A5 booklet. Only print this manual if electronic usage is not
possible.
DT Swiss Manual Concept

The DT Swiss manuals are split into the following types of manuals:
• User Manual
Information for the end user on how to install and use the component.
• Technical Manual
Detailed information for the end user and the dealer on how to maintain the component, spare parts
and technical data.
How to Use this Manual

The steps described in this manual must be carried out in the order they are shown. If steps are ignored or
executed in a wrong order, the function of the component cannot be guaranteed.
Instructions begin with the table «Preparatory Steps» and end with the table «Closing Steps». The instruc-
tions in these tables must be carried out.
Moving parts, threads, O-rings and sealings must be greased before assembling.
Cross References
In order to simplify the use of this manual, some text is edited as hypertext. Whenever the text is formatted
blue and underlined, it is a reference to a chapter. If the text is formatted black and underlined, it is a
reference to a figure. After clicking you will be automatically redirected to the target of the reference.
Example: Click here: chap. 1, page 3 to jump to the beginning of this chapter.
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1.3 Warranty (Europe)
Warranty (Europe)
In addition to the general guarantee required by law, DT Swiss AG based in Biel/Switzerland, provides a
guarantee for 24 months from the date of purchase. DT Swiss AG shall reject any liability for both indirect
damage caused by accidents and consequential damage.
Any contradictory or extended national rights of the purchaser are not affected by this warranty. Place of
performance and jurisdiction is Biel/Switzerland. Swiss law shall apply.
Submit any warranty claims to your retailer or a DT Swiss service center. Any defects recognized by DT
Swiss AG as a warranty claim will be repaired or replaced by a DT Swiss service center.
Warranty and guarantee claims can only be made by the original purchaser with a valid sales receipt.
There shall be no claim under the guarantee for:
• Normal wear and tear caused by use of the components
• Incorrect assembly
• Incorrect or nonexistent maintenance
• Incorrectly completed repairs
• Use of unsuitable products
• Modification of components
• Incorrect use or misuse
• Carelessness
• Leasing, commercial use or use in competitions
• Damage caused by accidents
• Delivery and transport damage
• Modification, defacing or removal of the serial number
1.4 Limited Equipment Warranty USA
DT Swiss LTD makes every effort to assure that its product meets high quality and durability standards and
warrants to the original retail consumer/purchaser of our product that each product is free from defects in
materials and workmanship as follows:
2 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON THIS DT SWISS PRODUCT. This warranty does not apply to defects due
directly or indirectly to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, repairs or alterations outside our facilities
or to a lack of maintenance.
DT SWISS LTD LIMITS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES TO THE PERIOD OF TWO YEARS FROM THE DATE OF
INITIAL PURCHASE AT RETAIL. EXCEPT AS STATED HEREIN, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTA-
BILITY AND FITNESS ARE EXCLUDED. SOME STATES MAY NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG THE
IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. DT SWISS LTD SHALL IN
NO EVENT BE LIABLE FOR DEATH, INJURIES TO PEOPLE OR PROPERTY OR FOR INCIDENTAL,
CONTINGENT, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE USE OF OUR PRODUCTS.
SOME STATES MAY NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned for examination, postage prepaid,
to the dealer where you bought the product or to a DT Swiss service center. Proof of purchase date and an
explanation of the complaint must accompany the product. If our inspection discloses a defect, DT Swiss will
either repair or replace the product or refund the purchase price, if we cannot readily and quickly provide a
repair or replacement. DT Swiss will return repaired product or replacement at DT Swiss expense, but if it
is determined there is no defect, or that the defect resulted from causes not within the scope of this
warranty, then the user must bear the cost of shipping. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you
may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Legal venue and place of performance is Biel
(Switzerland). Swiss law shall apply. Subject to technical changes. Please keep the user manual and
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warranty for future use.

1.5 General Maintenance Information
General Maintenance Information
Cleaning
For an optimal result of the maintenance works, every component that will be disassembled must be
cleaned. Only cleaners which do not damage the components may be used. Especially the cleaning of O-
rings and sealings requires mild cleaners. Always consider the instructions of the respective cleaner.
DT Swiss recommends the following cleaners:
• Motorex Rex
• Motorex Swissclean
• Motorex OPAL 2400, OPAL 3000, OPAL 5000
Use soap water or similar mild cleaners for external cleaning.
Tools
If special materials like grease or oil are needed, they will be specified in the table «Required Material» at
the beginning of a chapter.
Environmental Protection
Whenever possible, waste should be avoided. Waste, especially carbon, lubricants, cleaners and any other
fluids must be disposed in an environmentally compatible manner.
Only print this manual if electronic usage is not possible.
Disclaimer
The operations described in this manual should only be performed by experts. The user is liable for any
damage or consequential damage caused by wrong maintained or wrong installed components. If you have
doubts, please contact a DT Swiss service center.
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2 Safety
Safety
DANGER
Incorrect hand ling, installation, maintenance or servicing can lead to accidents causing severe
injuries or death!
• Compliance with the following provisions is a prerequisite for accident-free use and faultless func-
tioning.
• Assembly and maintenance of the component requires a basic knowledge of handling bicycle com-
ponents. If in any doubt, consult your retailer.
• Components should only be used in accordance with their intended use, otherwise the user shall
assume full responsibility.
• The component must be compatible with all parts of the bicycle.
• Only use original spare parts.
• The components must not be changed or modified.
• The component must not be used if it is damaged or there are any signs of damage. If in any doubt,
consult a DT Swiss service center.
DANGER
Risk of death caused by incorrectly assembled or faulty wheels and hubs!
• Check that the wheel is connected correctly before each ride.
• Before every use, check the function of the rear wheel hub. Make sure that the freewheel and en-
gagement connection function impeccably. Should there be any malfunction, the rear wheel hub
must not be used.
• Check the wheel for damage before and after each ride.
• Regularly check the spoke tension, rotation and wear of the wheel.
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3 Conversion of the Hub
Conversion of the Hub
The hubs can be converted to the following axle version:
3.1 SPLINE® Wheels 2016
SPLINE® ROAD 2016
Front Wheel Option

12/100 mm Rear Wheel Option
15/100 mm
10/135 mm
12/135 mm
12/142 mm
5/100 mm
9/100 mm
5/130 mm
5/135 mm
RWS road
Thru Axle
Thru Axle
Thru Axle
Thru Bolt
Thru Bolt
100 mm
120 mm
Link Link
Bolt On
Bolt On
QR
QR
QR
RC 28 ● ●
RC 28 db ◐ ◐ ◐ ● chap. 3.3, ◐ ◐ ○ ●
page 12
RC 38 ● ●
RC 38 db ◐ ◐ ◐ ● chap. 3.3, ◐ ◐ ○ ●
page 12
RC 55 ● ●
RC 55 ● ●
Track
chap. 3.6,
RC 46 ● ● page 23
R 23 ● ●
R 23 db ◐ ◐ ◐ ● chap. 3.3, ◐ ◐ ○ ●
page 12
R 24 ● ●
R 24 db ◐ ◐ ◐ ● chap. 3.3, ◐ ◐ ○ ●
page 12
R 32 ● ●
R 32 db ◐ ◐ ◐ ● chap. 3.3, ◐ ◐ ○ ●
page 12
● Standard ○ Option ◐ Convertible with included accessories

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SPLINE® MTB 2016
SPLINE® Wheels 2016
Front Wheel Option Rear Wheel Option
Thru Axle Boost
Thru Axle Boost

Thru Axle PS
15/100 mm
15/110 mm
15/110 mm
20/110 mm
12/142 mm
12/148 mm
5/100 mm
5/135 mm
Link Link
Thru Axle
Thru Axle
Thru Axle
QR
QR
XRC 1200 ○ ● ● * ● * chap. 3.3, ○ ● ● *
page 12
XR 1501 ○ ● ● * ● * chap. 3.3, ○ ● ● *

page 12
X 1700 ◐ ● ● * ● * chap. 3.4, ◐ ● ● *

page 14
X 1900 ◐ ● ● * chap. 3.4, ◐ ● ● *

page 14
XMC 1200 ○ ● ● * ● * chap. 3.3, ○ ● ● *

page 12
chap. 3.6,
XM 1501 ○ ● ● * ● * chap. 3.3, ○ ● ● * page 23
page 12
M 1700 ○ ● ● * ● * chap. 3.4, ◐ ● ● *

page 14
M 1900 ◐ ● ● * chap. 3.4, ◐ ● ● *

page 14
EX 1501 ○ ● ● * ● chap. 3.3, ○ ● ● *

page 12
E 1700 ○ ● ● * ● * chap. 3.4, ◐ ● ● *

page 14
E 1900 ○ ● ● * ● * chap. 3.4, ◐ ● ● *

page 14
● Standard ○ Option ◐ Convertible with included accessories * Not convertible

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3.2 SPLINE® Wheels 2017
SPLINE® ROAD 2017
12/100 mm
15/100 mm
10/135 mm
12/135 mm
12/142 mm
5/100 mm
9/100 mm
5/130 mm
5/135 mm
RWS road
Thru Axle
Thru Axle
Thru Axle
Thru Bolt
Thru Bolt
100 mm
120 mm
Link Link
Bolt On
Bolt On
QR
QR
QR
RC 28 Mon ● ●
Chasseral
RC 38 Mon ● ●
Chasseral
RC 28 ● ●
RC 28 db ◐ ◐ ◐ ● chap. 3.3, ◐ ◐ ○ ●
page 12
RC 38 ● ●
RC 38 db ◐ ◐ ◐ ● chap. 3.3, ◐ ◐ ○ ●
page 12
chap. 3.6,
RC 55 ● ● page 23
R 23 ● ●
R 23 db ◐ ◐ ◐ ● chap. 3.3, ◐ ◐ ○ ●
page 12
R 24 ● ●
R 24 db ◐ ◐ ◐ ● chap. 3.3, ◐ ◐ ○ ●
page 12
R 32 ● ●
R 32 db ◐ ◐ ◐ ● chap. 3.3, ◐ ◐ ○ ●
page 12
● Standard ○ Option ◐ Convertible with included accessories

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SPLINE® MTB 2017
Thru Axle Boost
Thru Axle Boost

Thru Axle PS
15/100 mm
15/110 mm
15/110 mm
20/110 mm
12/142 mm
12/148 mm
5/100 mm
5/135 mm
Link Link
Thru Axle
Thru Axle
Thru Axle
QR
QR
XRC 1200 ○ ● ● * ● * ○ ● ● *
XMC 1200 ○ ● ● * ● * ○ ● ● *
XR 1501 ○ ● ● * ● * ○ ● ● *
XM 1501 ○ ● ● * ● * ○ ● ● *
22,5 mm chap. 3.3,
page 12
XM 1501 ○ ● ● * ○ ● ● *
25, 30, 35, 40 mm
EX 1501 ○ ● ● * ● ○ ● ● *
25 mm
EX 1501 ○ ● ● * ○ ● ● * chap. 3.6,

30 mm
page 23
X 1700 ◐ ● ● * ● * ◐ ● ● *
M 1700 ◐ ● ● * ● * ◐ ● ● *
22,5 mm
M 1700 ◐ ● ● * ◐ ● ● *
30 mm
chap. 3.4,
E 1700 ○ ● ● * ● * page 14 ◐ ● ● *
X 1900 ◐ ● ● * ◐ ● ● *
M 1900 ◐ ● ● * ◐ ● ● *
E 1900 ○ ● ● * ● * ◐ ● ● *
● Standard ○ Option ◐ Convertible with included accessories * Not convertible

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3.3 Converting the Hub [Inserted Adapters]
Converting the Hub [Inserted Adapters]
Figure 3-1: Overview: front wheel with inserted adapters
1 adapter left 3 axle 5 adapter right

2 ball bearing 4 hub shell
Preparatory Steps Link

not required
Required Material Specification Amount

multipurpose grease as required
NOTICE
Risk of damaging the adapters!
To avoid damages, only use grind clamping jaws, aluminium clamping jaws or special tools to clamp
the adapters.
Removing the Adapters
1. Clamp one of the adapters (Abb.3-1/1, 5) into a

vice.
2. Pull off the wheel, respectively the hub.
3. Clamp the second adapter into the vice.
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Cleaning and Greasing the Parts
Converting the Hub [Inserted Adapters]
1. Clean the hub, the bearings and the adapters

(see Cleaning, S.6).
2. Check the bearings.
If the hub doesn‘t turn smoothly, change the
bearings (see Technical Manual at
www.dtswiss.com).
3. Grease the bearings (Abb.3-1/2) and the contact

surface of both adapters (Abb.3-1/1, 5) with
multipurpose grease.
Putting on the Adapters
1. Put both adapters (Abb.3-1/1, 5) onto the hub by

hand.
Caution: If the adapters have different lengths, the
shorter adapter must be put to the drive side.
Closing Steps Link

not required
Further information can be found in the Technical Manual of the respective hub at dtswiss.com.
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3.4 Converting the Hub [Pressed on End Caps]
Converting the Hub [Pressed on End Caps]

Clean the hub.
This is an universal drawing. Details may differ slightly.
Figure 3-2: 350 thru axle front wheel hub
1 cover 4 spacer 7 sticker

2 adapter left 5 O-ring 8 adapter right
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Converting Ø15 mm into Ø5 mm with Axle Adapter
DT Swiss multipurpose grease HXTXXX00NMG20S as required
adapter 15 mm/QR HRCXXX00N4369S 1
1. Grease the adapter with multipurpose grease.
2. Slide the adapter into the hub.

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Converting by Changing the End Caps
mounting pin Ø15 mm HWTXXX00N5290S 1
adapter 100/QR HWGXXX00S3801S 1
adapter 100/Ø9 HWGXXX00S3803S 1
adapter 100/Ø12 HWGXXX00S6885S 1
NOTICE
Risk of damaging the adapters and the ball bearings!
The mounting pin must not touch the ball bearing while disassembling the adapters.
1. Plug the mounting pin into one of the adapters.

2. Push the mounting pin downwards (see picture).
3. Remove the adapter and the cover.

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4. Repeat steps on the second adapter.
5. Clean and grease both bearings.
6. Put on the end caps.

The longer end cap must be put on the brake
side!
7. Completely push on both end caps by hand.
Closing Step Link

not required
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3.5 Converting the Hub [Screwed on End Caps]
Converting the Hub [Screwed on End Caps]

Remove the brake disc. see instructions of the manufacturer
Clean the hub.
Figure 3-3: 240 Oversize
1 end cap 3 axle


tool kit set front wheel oversize HWTXXX00NTKFRS 1*

HXTXXX00N5046S
HXTXXX00N5038S
* Only required, if the end caps cannot be dismounted without dismounting the axle.
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Removing the End Caps
1. Loosen the end caps (fig. 3-3/1) using a wrench

and remove it from the axle.
 20 mm, 15 mm und 9 mm end caps: 22 mm
open-end wrench
 QR end caps: 5 mm Allen key
2. If the end caps cannot be loosened this way, the
axle has to be dismounted (see following).
Dismounting the Axle
The axle only has to be dismounted, if the end caps cannot be dismounted like shown in the
previous section.
1. Slide the disassembly tool onto the axle

(fig. 3-3/3).
2. Tap the bearing (fig. 3-3/2) and the axle out of the
hub shell using the disassembly tool and a
hammer.
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3. Clamp the axle with the special strap into the
vise.
4. Unscrew the end cap and remove it.

 20 mm, 15 mm und 9 mm end caps:
22 mm open-end wrench
5. Remove the bearing from the axle.
Assembling Bearings and Axle
1. Slightly grease the seating of the bearings and

the inner surface of the hub shell using multip-
urpose grease.
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2. Put the axle (fig. 3-3/3) onto the mounting tool.
3. Put the non disc side of the hub shell onto the
tool and the axle.
4. Slightly grease the bearing (fig. 3-3/2) and put it

onto the disc side with the colored side facing
outwards.
5. Put the dismounting tool onto the axle.

6. Put the mounting tool onto the bearing.
 The dismounting tool centers the mounting
tool on the axle.
7. Tap the bearing into the hub shell with slight

hammer strokes.
 The lower mounting tool must lay on an even
surface.
8. Remove the tool from the hub.
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9. Check the bearing.
 The hub must turn smoothly.

 The hub must not have axial play.
10. If necessary tap in the bearing on the non disc
side or loosen the bearing.
11. Repeat previous steps until the hub is turning
smoothly.
Putting on the End Caps
1. Grease the bearings and the inner surface of

both end caps (fig. 3-3/1).
2. Screw on both end caps (fig. 3-3/1) by hand.
3. Tighten the end cap (fig. 3-3/1) with 15 Nm using

a wrench.
 20 mm, 15 mm und 9 mm end caps: 22 mm
open-end wrench
Closing Steps Link

Mount the brake disc. see instructions of the manufacturer
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3.6 Converting the Hub [Rear Wheel]
Converting the Hub [Rear Wheel]

Rear wheel: Remove the cassette if necessary. see instructions of the manufacturer
Remove the brake disc.
Clean the hub.

universal grease as required
NOTICE
Risk of damaging the end caps!
To avoid damages, only use grind clamping jaws, aluminum clamping jaws or special tools to clamp
the end caps.
For simplification, the conversion of the hubs is only shown with a rear wheel QR hub. The
following actions are valid for all hubs with inserted end caps.
Removing the End Caps
1. Clamp the left end cap into a vise using an axle

holder.
2. Pull the hub or the wheel upwards.
3. Clamp the right end cap into a vise using an axle
holder.
4. Pull the hub or the wheel upwards.
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Cleaning and Greasing the End Caps
1. Clean both end caps and the accessible parts of

the hub with a dry cloth.
2. Grease the bearing and the contact surface of

the end caps.
Putting on the End Caps
1. Put the left and the right end cap onto the hub.
Caution: If the end caps have different lengths,
the shorter end cap must be put to the drive side.
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2. Push in the end caps by hand.
Closing Steps Link

Rear wheel: Mount the cassette if necessary. see instructions of the manufacturer
Mount the brake disc.
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4 Maintenance of the Hub
Maintenance of the Hub
This chapter describes a small hub service. It includes:

• Rotor: Dismounting, cleaning, greasing and re-mounting
• Freewheel system: Cleaning and greasing
The description of a big hub service can be found in the Technical Manual of the required hub at
www.dtswiss.com.
4.1 Hub Technologies

The following table provides an overview of all hub technologies which are part of DT Swiss SPLINE wheels.
The link in the header directly forwards you to the required chapter.
SPLINE® ROAD
Ratchet System (chap. 4.4, page 28) Three Pawl System (chap. 4.5, page 34)
RC 28 ●
RC 28 db ●
RC 38 ●
RC 38 db ●
RC 46 ●
RC 55 ●
R 23 ●
R 23 db ●
R 24 ●
R 24 db ●
SPLINE® MTB
Ratchet System (chap. 4.4, page 28) Three Pawl System (chap. 4.5, page 34)
XRC 1250 ●
XRC 1200, XMC 1200 ●
XR 1501 ●
X 1700 ●
X 1900 ●
XM 1501 ●
M 1700 ●
M 1900 ●
EX 1501 ●
EX 1750 ●
E 1700 ●
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E 1900 ●

4.2 Service Intervals
Service Intervals
The following periodic maintenance and service works are recommended by DT Swiss:
Action Interval
Small service (see following)
• normal operating conditions 6 months
• extreme operating conditions (frequent rides in rain, mud, snow): as required
Big service (see Technical Manual at www.dtswiss.com)
• normal operating conditions: 12 months
• extreme operating conditions (frequent rides in rain, mud, snow): as required
Check the hub for damages. before and after each ride
Cleaning with a soft sponge and an appropriate cleaner (see section after each ride
„Cleaning“, page 6).
Do not use high pressure cleaners or aggressive cleaners.
4.3 Safety
DANGER
Danger to life due to incorrect maintenance or wrong spare parts!
Wrong maintenance, wrong assembly or wrong spare parts can lead to unpredictable errors.
• Maintenance must only be done by professionals.
• Only use original spare parts or spare parts released by DT Swiss.
• In case of any doubts, contact a DT Swiss service center.
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4.4 Maintenance of the Rear Wheel Hub [Ratchet System]
Maintenance of the Rear Wheel Hub [Ratchet System]
Figure 4-1: Overview: Ratchet System
1 end cap left 6 shim ring 11 star ratchet

2 ball bearing 7 ring nut 12 rotor
3 axle 8 seal hub shell / rotor 13 end cap right
4 hub shell 9 spacer
5 sticker 10 spring

Remove the cassette. see instructions of the manufacturer
Clean the hub.
DT Swiss special grease for ratchet HXTXXX00NSG20S as required

system
NOTICE
the end caps.
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Removing End Caps, Rotor and the Ratchet System
1. Clamp the left end cap (fig. 4-1/1) into a vise.

4. Pull off the wheel, respectively the hub. Take
care that the rotor does not fall off.
5. Pull the rotor (fig. 4-1/12) off the hub.
6. Take the springs (fig. 4-1/10), the star ratchet

(fig. 4-1/11) and the spacer (fig. 4-1/9) off the
hub.
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Cleaning and Checking the Parts
1. Clean all parts of the hub (see Cleaning, S.6).

2. Check all parts for damages and wear.
www.dtswiss.com).
4. Clean the toothing of the rotor and the ring nut.
5. Check the rotor for damages.

Grooves from the cassette are no damages.
These are normal signs of usage.
6. Remove bad notches from the rotor using a file.
7. Clean the rotor. Metal filings must be removed
completely.
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Putting on the Ratchet System
1. Clean the outer and the inner toothing of the star

ratchets using DT Swiss special grease.
For an optimal functionality, a thin layer of
grease is sufficient.
2. Grease the toothing of the rotor using DT Swiss

special grease.
3. Grease the bearing on the drive side using multi-

purpose grease.
Caution: There must not get grease onto the
toothing of the star nut.
4. Put on the spacer (fig. 4-1/9) and the first spring

(fig. 4-1/10).
The big diameter of the spring must be placed on
the bearing of the hub.
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5. Put on both star ratchets (fig. 4-1/11) and the
second spring (fig. 4-1/10).

The small diameter of the spring must be placed
on the star ratchet.
Putting on the Rotor and the End Caps
1. Grease the rotor and put it onto the hub.

2. Check if the rotor can be turned easily and if the
star ratchets are locking.
3. Grease both bearings and the contact surface of

the end caps (fig. 4-1/1/13).
4. Put both end caps (fig. 4-1/1/13) onto the hub.

Note: The shorter end cap must be placed on the
drive side.
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5. Push the end caps in by hand.
Closing Steps Link

Mount the cassette. see instructions of the manufacturer
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4.5 Maintenance of the Rear Wheel Hub [Three Pawl System]
Maintenance of the Rear Wheel Hub [Three Pawl System]
Figure 4-2: Overview Three Pawl System
1 end cap left 4 hub shell 7 rotor

2 ball bearing 5 ring nut 8 end cap right
3 axle 6 spacer

Remove cassette. see instructions of the manufacturer
Clean the hub.
service kit 3 pawl system HWTXXX00NSK3PS as required

includes spring, three
pawls, multipurpose
grease
NOTICE
the end caps.
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Removing the End Cap, Rotor and Spacer
1. Clamp the right end cap (fig. 4-2/8) into a vise.

2. Pull off the wheel, respectively the hub. Take
care that the rotor (fig. 4-2/7) does not fall off.
5. Pull the rotor (fig. 4-2/7) off the hub.
6. Pull the spacer (fig. 4-2/6) off the axle.

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Removing Pawls, Spring and Rotor Sealing
1. Remove the spring using a small, flat

screwdriver.
2. Remove the pawls.
3. Remove the rotor sealing.

4. Check the sealing. Change a broken sealing.
Cleaning and Checking the Parts
1. Clean all parts of the hub (see Cleaning, S.6).

2. Check all parts for wear and damages.
www.dtswiss.com).
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4. Check the rotor for damages.
Grooves from the cassette are no damages.

These are normal signs of usage.
5. Remove bad notches from the rotor using a file.
6. Clean the rotor. Metal filings must be removed
completely.
Mounting the Pawls, the Spring and the Rotor Sealing
1. Mount the rotor sealing.
2. Slightly grease the rotor (fig. 4-2/7) and the rotor

sealing.
3. Mount the pawls.

Grease the pawls generously. This way, the pawls
stuck in the correct position.
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4. Mount the spring.
The open end of the spring must be positioned at

the pin.
5. Slightly grease the pawls with multipurpose

grease.
Mounting the Spacer, the Rotor and the End Caps
1. Grease the bearing and the axle.
2. Slide the spacer (fig. 4-2/6) onto the axle.

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3. Slide the rotor (fig. 4-2/7) onto the hub while
performing a rotary motion.

4. Check if the rotor can be turned easily and if the
pawls lock.
5. Grease the bearings and the inner surface of

both end caps (fig. 4-2/1, 8).
6. Put on both end caps (fig. 4-2/1, 8) and push

them in by hand.
Caution: The shorter end cap must be attached on
the drive side.
Closing Steps Link

Mount the cassette. see instructions of the manufacturer
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5 Maintenance of the Wheel
Maintenance of the Wheel
This chapter describes activities which are concerning the whole wheel:
• Truing the wheel
• Changing of a single spoke
• Rebuilding the wheel
The following periodic maintenance is recommended by DT Swiss:
Action Interval
Check spoke tension, run-out and wear of the wheel. 10 hours of use
Check the wheel for damages. before and after
each ride
Clean the wheel with a soft cloth and an appropriate cleaner. after each ride
Do not use high pressure cleaners and aggressive cleaners!
Check the proper fixation of the wheel. before each ride
Wheels for rim brakes: before each ride
• Remove any contaminations (especially oil and traces of grease) from the
brake surfaces.
• Check the degree of wear of the brake pads.
• Remove any entrenched impurities (grit, swarf, etc.).
• Check the degree of wear of the rim brake surfaces. In case of any doubts
or viewable wear, contact a skilled professional.
5.1 Safety
DANGER
Danger to life due to incorrect maintenance or wrong spare parts!
Wrong maintenance, wrong assembly or wrong spare parts can lead to unpredictable errors.
• Maintenance must only be done by professionals.
• Only use original spare parts or spare parts released by DT Swiss.
• In case of any doubts, contact a DT Swiss service center.
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5.2 Special Tools
Special Tools
Required Material Specification

spokey square TTSXXXXR05633S
nipple wrench Torx TTSXXXXS05630S
nipple wrench hex TTSXXXXB05632S
aero spoke holder 0.8 - 1.0 mm TTSXXXXR05641S

(DT aerolite®)
aero spoke holder 1.0 - 1.3 mm TTSXXXXS05644S

(DT aero comp®, DT new aero®, DT aero speed®)
tensiometer DT tensio analog TETTAXXR05500S
axle holder Park Tool AV-1 HXTXXX00N5001S

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5.3 Truing the Wheel
Truing the Wheel
Preparatory Steps
Dismount the wheel.
Dismount the tire and if necessary the tube and the rim tape.
NOTICE
Functional impairment / risk of damage due to wrong tools!
Only use the special tools intended for SPLINE® wheels (see chap. 5.2, page 41).
1. Fix the wheel in the truing stand.

2. Check the radial and axial run out.
 Tolerances, see chap. 6.2, page 65
NOTICE
Risk of damaging the bladed spokes and the nipples!
• Bladed spokes must be hold with the spoke holder while turning the nipple.
• There are different spokes types used. Ensure that the correct tool is being used.
• To avoid damages to the spoke, slide the spoke holder as far as possible in direction of the rim.
• To avoid damages to the nipples, slide the nipple wrench as far as possible onto the nipple.
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3. Slide the spokey onto the nipple.
Truing the Wheel
To avoid damages to the nipples, slide the spokey

as far as possible onto the nipple.
Wheels with bladed spokes:

4. Slide the spoke holder onto the spoke.
To avoid damages of the spoke, slide the spoke
holder as far as possible into the nipple wrench.
5. Slide the spokey onto the nipple.
To avoid damages to the nipples, slide the spokey
as far as possible onto the nipple.
6. Hold the spoke and turn the spokey to true the
wheel.
SPLINE® wheels should be distressed minimum four times during the building process. First time at
approximately 50% of the maximum spoke tension (see chap. 6.1, page 65).
After finishing truing, the wheel should be distressed once again. There should be no more changes in the
settings (spoke tension, radial and axial run out).
After distressing the wheel should be within the limits shown in chap. 6.2, page 65.
7. Check the radial and axial run out again. Repeat last steps if necessary.
8. Check the spoke tension (see chap. 6.1, page 65) and increase or decrease it.
9. Check the radial and axial run out again. Repeat last steps if necessary.
Closing Steps
Mount tire and if necessary rim tape and tube.
Mount the wheel if necessary.
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5.4 Changing a Single Spoke [MTB]
Changing a Single Spoke [MTB]
Preparatory Steps
Dismount the wheel.
Clean the wheel and check for damages.
If four or more spokes have to be replaced, the whole wheel should be rebuild.
NOTICE
• There are used different spokes types (see chap. 6.1, page 65). Ensure that the correct tool is being
used.
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Removing the Spoke to be Replaced
1. Put the wheel into the truing stand.
The following steps are based on a broken spoke. If the spoke is not broken, but damaged, it can
be cut with a wire cutter or something similar.
2. If necessary, cut the spoke:

a) Release the spoke using a screw clamp.
b) Cut the spoke.
c) Take off the screw clamp.
3. Check if there is a washer (PHR washer) on the

nipple.
4. Take the spoke with the nipple out of the rim.
If there is a PHR washer: Take care that the
washer does not fall into the rim profile.
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Only for spokes in the inner spoke holes of the hub
flange.
5. Fully loosen the spoke (green) opposite the
spoke head of the spoke (red) that needs to be
replaced.
Caution: The figure shows a wheel with bladed
spokes.

flange.
6. Put the spoke (green) opposite the head of the
spoke (red) that needs to be replaced into the
middle of the spoke tree.
NOTICE
Risk of damaging the spokes and the hub!
Take care not to damage the paint of the spoke and the hub while removing the spoke.

flange.
7. Push the green spoke beside and slide out the
spoke that needs to be replaced (red).
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8. Remove the spoke.
Attaching a New Spoke [Conventional SPLINE® Wheels]

For attaching a new spoke on a SPLINE ONE wheel, see Attaching a New Spoke [SPLINE ONE].
1. Slide the new spoke through the spoke hole.
Push the opposite spoke beside slightly.
2. Screw on a new nipple. and tighten the spoke.

3. Tighten the nipple of the spoke loosened.
spokes.
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Attaching a New Spoke [SPLINE ONE]
For attaching a new spoke on a conventional SPLINE® wheel, see Attaching a New Spoke [Conventional
SPLINE® Wheels].
NOTICE
SPLINE ONE wheels must only be build with DT Swiss Squorx nipples and special washers
(PHR washers).
1. Grease the contact surface of the PHR washer

and the Squorx nipple.
2. Slide the PHR washer onto the nipple.

Orientation of the washer, see figure.
3. Put the spoke through the hub.

4. Screw the Squorx nipple onto the spoke.
5. Check, if the PHR-washer is positioned correctly
and fits correctly within the radius of the rim.
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6. Screw the Squorx nipple onto the spoke until the
thread disappears.
Closing Steps Link

True the wheel. chap. 5.3, page 42
Mount tire and if necessary rim tape and tube or tubeless system.
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5.5 Rebuild ing the Wheel [MTB]
Rebuilding the Wheel [MTB]
Preparatory Steps
All spokes are available in the correct lengths.
Putting on the Spokes
General:
The crossing of the spokes must always be like
shown in the picture.
1. Slide all spokes through the spoke holes on the

first side of the hub.
 For easier handling, first put the spokes into
the inner side of the hub.

second side of the hub.
 For easier handling, first put the spokes into
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3. Position the «spoke tree» in the way that there is
no spoke crossing above the valve hole.

 Check the positioning of the stickers on the
hub and on the rim.
Putting on the Nipple [Conventional SPLINE® Wheels]

Attaching a nipple on a SPLINE ONE Wheel, see Putting on the Nipple [SPLINE ONE Wheels].
NOTICE
Risk of damage to the bladed spokes and the nipples!
• Different spokes types are used (see chap. 6.1, page 65). Ensure that the correct tool is being used.
1. Screw the nipple onto the spoke until the thread

disappears.
2. Repeat step on all spokes.
spokes.
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Putting on the Nipple [SPLINE ONE Wheels]
®Attaching of a nipple on a conventional SPLINE wheel, see Putting on the Nipple [Conventional SPLINE®
Wheels].
NOTICE
Caution!
SPLINE ONE wheels must only be build with DT Swiss Squorx nipples and special washers
(PHR washers).
1. Grease the contact surface of the PHR washer

and the Squorx nipple.
2. Slide the PHR washer onto the nipple.
3. Put the spoke through the hub.

4. Screw the Squorx nipple onto the spoke.
5. Check, if the PHR washer is positioned correctly
and fits correctly within the radius of the rim
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6. Screw the Squorx nipple onto the spoke until the
thread disappears.
Increasing the Spoke Tension
1. Increase the spoke tension (see chap. 6.1,

page 65) by using appropriate tools (see
chap. 5.2, page 41).
spokes.
Closing Steps Link

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5.6 Changing a Single Spoke [ROAD]
Changing a Single Spoke [ROAD]
NOTICE
• There are used different spokes types. Ensure that the correct tool is being used.
If four or more spokes have to be replaced, the whole wheel should be rebuild.
5.6.1 Loosening the Spoke
Preparatory Steps
The following steps are based on a broken spoke. If the spoke is not broken, but damaged, it can
be cut with a wire cutter or something similar.
1. If necessary, cut the spoke:

a) Release the spoke using a screw clamp.
b) Cut the spoke.
c) Take off the screw clamp.
2. If necessary, loosen the spoke by hand.

a) Slide the spoke holder onto the spoke.
b) Unscrew the nipple using the nipple wrench.
Take care that the nipple does not fall into the
rim profile.
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Closing Steps Link

Replace the spoke. see following

5.6.2 Changing a Single Spoke on the Front Wheel [Slotted Hub]

Dismount the wheel.
Loosen the spoke. chap. 5.6.1, page 54
1. Take off the end cap by hand.
2. Slide the spoke with the nipple out of the rim.
3. Take the other end of the spoke out of the hub.

4. Put on a new spoke.
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5. Screw on a new nipple.
6. Tighten the spoke.
7. Check the bearing: Clean and grease the bearing

if it is badly soiled.
8. Put on the end cap.
Closing Steps Link


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5.6.3 Removing a Single Spoke on the Front Wheel [Non-Slotted Hub]

Dismount the wheel.
1. Remove the end cap.

a) Put the axle holder (see chap. 5.2, page 41)
into a vise.
b) Clamp the end cap on the side of the spoke
which needs to be replaced into the axle hol-
der.
c) Pull the wheel upwards using both hands.
d) Remove the end cap from the vise.
3. Slide the spoke out of the hub.

4. Slide a new spoke through the hub.
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7. Check the bearing: Clean and grease the bearing

if it is badly soiled.
8. Put on the end cap.
Closing Steps Link


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5.6.4 Changing a Single Spoke on the Rear Wheel

Dismount the wheel.
Removing the Spoke
2. Only for spokes on the inner side of the hub:

Pull the spoke over the spoke of the second
crossing.
3. Slide the spoke through the hub and remove it.
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Attaching a New Spoke
1. Slide a new spoke through the spoke hole of the

hub.

Closing Steps Link


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5.7 Rebuild ing the Wheel [ROAD]
Rebuilding the Wheel [ROAD]
Preparatory Steps
All spokes are available in the correct lengths.
5.7.1 Putting on the Spokes on the Front Wheel


3. Connect the «spoke tree» to the rim (see Kap.5.7.3, S.63).

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5.7.2 Putting on the Spokes on the Rear Wheel
General:
The crossing of the spokes must always be like
shown in the picture.

For easier handling, first put the spokes into

For easier handling, first put the spokes into
3. Connect the «spoke tree» to the rim (see chap. 5.7.3, page 63).
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5.7.3 Connecting the «Spoke Tree» to the Rim
1. Position the «spoke tree» in the way that there is

no spoke crossing above the valve hole.
Check the positioning of the stickers on the
hub and on the rim.
2. Screw the nipple onto the spoke until the thread

disappears.
3. Repeat step on all spokes.
NOTICE
• There are used different spokes types (see Kap.6.1, S.65). Ensure that the correct tool is being used.
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Increasing the Spoke Tension
1. Increase the spoke tension (see chap. 6.1,

page 65) by using appropriate tools (see
chap. 5.2, page 41).
spokes.
Closing Steps Link

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6 Technical Data
Technical Data
Further technical data, like spoke types, spoke lengths etc. can be found in the DT Swiss Techbook at
www.dtswiss.com.
6.1 Spoke Tension
Max. Tolerated Spoke Ten- Min. Tolerated Spoke Ten- Average Spoke Tension of
sion of the Higher Tightened sion of the Higher the Higher Tightened Wheel
Wheel Side Tightened Wheel Side Side
[N] [N] [N]
Disc FW 1 200 950 1 150 - 1 000
Brake
RW 1 300 1 050 1 250 - 1 100
Rim FW 1 000 800 950 - 850
Brake
RW 1 300 1 050 1 250 - 1 100
6.2 Tolerances
Type of Wheel Horizontal Run Out Vertical Run Out Off Center (Dish)
[mm] [mm] [mm]
ROAD RC 0.25 0.5 0.2
R 0.25 0.3 0.2
MTB XRC 0.25 0.5 0.3
XR, XM, EX 0.25 0.3. 0.3
X, M, E 0.3 0.4 0.4
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DT Swiss AG
Längfeldweg 101
CH - 2504 Biel/Bienne
E-mail: mail@dtswiss.com
DT Swiss, Inc.
2493 Industrial Blvd.
USA - Grand Junction, CO 81505
E-mail: info@dtswiss-us.com
DT Swiss (France) S.A.S.

Parc d‘Activites de la SARREE
Route de Gourdon
F - 06620 Le Bar sur Loup
E-Mail: service.fr@dtswiss.com
DT Swiss (Asia) Ltd.

No. 26, 21st Road Industrial Park
Taichung City
E-mail: info@dtswiss-asia.com
www.dtswiss.com
Subject to technical alterations, errors

and
misprints excepted. All rights reserved.
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1.2 Information on Using this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

1.3 Warranty (Europe). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

1.4 Limited Equipment Warranty USA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

1.5 General Maintenance Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

3 Conversion of the Hub 8

3.1 SPLINE® Wheels 2016 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

3.2 SPLINE® Wheels 2017 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

3.3 Converting the Hub [Inserted Adapters] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

3.4 Converting the Hub [Pressed on End Caps] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

3.5 Converting the Hub [Screwed on End Caps] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

3.6 Converting the Hub [Rear Wheel] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

4 Maintenance of the Hub 26

4.1 Hub Technologies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

4.2 Service Intervals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

4.4 Maintenance of the Rear Wheel Hub [Ratchet System] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

4.5 Maintenance of the Rear Wheel Hub [Three Pawl System] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

5 Maintenance of the Wheel 40

5.2 Special Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

5.3 Truing the Wheel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

5.4 Changing a Single Spoke [MTB] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

5.5 Rebuilding the Wheel [MTB] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

5.6 Changing a Single Spoke [ROAD]. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

5.6.1 Loosening the Spoke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

5.6.2 Changing a Single Spoke on the Front Wheel [Slotted Hub] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

5.6.3 Removing a Single Spoke on the Front Wheel [Non-Slotted Hub]. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

5.6.4 Changing a Single Spoke on the Rear Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

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5.7.1 Putting on the Spokes on the Front Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

5.7.2 Putting on the Spokes on the Rear Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

5.7.3 Connecting the «Spoke Tree» to the Rim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

6.1 Spoke Tension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

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The safety instructions are classified as follows:

...ind icates information considered important, but not hazard-related.

...characterizes further information, or information which supplement the respective steps.

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DT Swiss Manual Concept

How to Use this Manual

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1.4 Limited Equipment Warranty USA

warranty for future use.

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The hubs can be converted to the following axle version:

3.1 SPLINE® Wheels 2016

SPLINE® ROAD 2016

Front Wheel Option

● Standard ○ Option ◐ Convertible with included accessories

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Front Wheel Option Rear Wheel Option

Thru Axle Boost

Thru Axle Boost

XR 1501 ○ ● ● * ● * chap. 3.3, ○ ● ● *

X 1700 ◐ ● ● * ● * chap. 3.4, ◐ ● ● *

X 1900 ◐ ● ● * chap. 3.4, ◐ ● ● *

XMC 1200 ○ ● ● * ● * chap. 3.3, ○ ● ● *

M 1700 ○ ● ● * ● * chap. 3.4, ◐ ● ● *

M 1900 ◐ ● ● * chap. 3.4, ◐ ● ● *

EX 1501 ○ ● ● * ● chap. 3.3, ○ ● ● *

E 1700 ○ ● ● * ● * chap. 3.4, ◐ ● ● *

E 1900 ○ ● ● * ● * chap. 3.4, ◐ ● ● *